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N N5.1. Residence Entries with Views to Callers (1 Point)

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Entrances should be designed so that occupants of all heights (including children and people in wheelchairs) can view all visitors. Common practices to achieve this measure include the following: ? ? ? Use clear sidelights or tall windows with low sill heights Use doors with integral clear windows Install one lower and one upper peephole, or equivalent features. The minimum viewing height for the lower peephole is 32 inches.

In general, windows near the door in the same plane do not qualify for this measure, because they do not provide a clear view of the entrance. Windows on adjacent or opposite walls or sidelight windows provide a clear view of the entire entrance area without any blind areas qualify for this measure. N5.2. Entrances Visible from Street and/or Other Front Doors (1 Point)

Substantive, effective provisions for inhabitants to be able to regularly view activity at the front doors of their neighbors from their own front doors and windows offers community safety and surveillance. Create a layout such that all home and main entrances to buildings are visible from the street and/or from other front doors. N5.3. Porches Oriented to Street and Public Space (1 Point)

Orient porches to streets and public spaces to provide natural surveillance. To qualify for this measure, the porch must have at least 100 square feet of usable space and an inviting sitting area that is oriented to the street and public spaces. Entrance pathways do not qualify for this measure. N5.4. Social Gathering Space (1 Point)

The development must include (in aggregate) at least 50 square feet of usable outdoor gathering space per home. Applicable outdoor common areas include courtyards, sports facilities, play structures, turf areas, rooftop gardens, community gardens, or other outdoor spaces that encourage interaction and spontaneous gathering. Outside areas that discourage foot traffic (such as decorative landscaping or a swimming pool) do not qualify for this measure. Pathways and passageways do not qualify for this measure. Areas that do not allow for gathering without obstructing passageways do not qualify for this measure. VERIFICATION Field Verification: The Rater will complete field compliance verification, take field measurements as needed for peepholes and porches, and take photos of all features. Documentation: For measure N5.4, the Rater may require plans and calculations showing 50 square feet per unit. INTENT To improve interaction and observation by designing buildings and landscapes to promote safety and social interaction through casual neighborhood observation and community interaction.

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